Exploration 1

Cultural Exploration 1

India Oven

India Oven

Resturant in Mesa

The culture was authentic

• The waitstaff wore turbins
• Decorations are part of the Indian culture
• Indian music playing

The Food at India Oven

• The food was presented as a buffet
• There was a salad bar, vegetarian bar, and meat bar
• They had Indian tea and mango lassi
• The food tasted authentic minus the temperature

Cultural Indian traditions

Indian Traditions

Dietary Traditions Diets high in grains, lentils, vegetables, dairy, spices, prebiotics and probiotics, and fats Ayurvedic principles (eating a diet balanced in multiple ingredients to balance the mind, body, and spirit) Meals that include mulitple flavors of sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent

Traditional Eating Behaviors Wash hands before a meal Eat with only your right hand, attempting to only use your fingers or naan bread as a spoon Food is served all at once and dishes are shared among everyone The food is to be eaten while sitting on the floor with feet tucked under thighs

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Mobility and longevity

Metabolism and digestion

Sitting on the floor to eat has proven to increase flexibility and strength into later years of life that contribute to a longer lifespan

Ginger, fennel, cumin, and hing are common in Indian dishes and they promote healthy digestion. Cinnamon boosts metabolism and satiety.

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Heart health

Dietary diversity

Indian foods are high in ingredients that promote healthy blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol levels, and inflammation.

Improves gut health and immune system by consuming a variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and even phytochemicals that can prevent cancer.

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Opposing Viewpoints

People may argue an Indian diet is unhealthy

65-70% calorie intake is carbohydrates

Protien deficiency

Diabetes

India was deemed the capital of diabetes, likley due to a high daily sugar intake

Over 80% of the population is deficient in their daily protien intake

Theres too much bread, rice, wheat, maize, various millets, amaranth, barley, and starchy foods

Conclusion

A summary of my experience with Indian Food

Pre-Experience

• I thought it might have very low tables and cusions to sit on the floor
• I pictured the orders being a large platter meant to share with the table
• I was expecting the food to be very spicy or given the choice to choose a mild temperature

Post-Experience

• They had American seating arangements but many cultural additions to the room design that enhanced the experience
• Surprise - it was a buffet
• The food was not nearly as spicy as expected, but there were still a few dishes that would give a decent burn

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